USDA Local Food Promotion Program

USDA Local Food Promotion Program

Funder: USDA

Award Amount: $100,000

Geographic Scope: Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia region

Award Year: Fall (year not specified in source)

Program Overview

Funding to increase consumer understanding and demand of local food systems in the Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia region.

Lead Organizations

Awarded jointly to:
• Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council (ARCD)
• Jonesborough Locally Grown
• Appalachian Sustainable Development

Projects and Initiatives

Local Food Marketing Task Force:
• Brings together 15+ advising partners
• Coordinates marketing and promotion efforts

Program Coordinator Position:

Filled by Alexis Close (as of February 1, date year not specified)

Manages project execution and outreach

Activities

Ongoing initiatives to:
• Promote local food economy
• Expand local food systems
• Partner with regional organizations

Contact Information:
Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council
302 Sunset Drive, Suite 105
Johnson City, TN 37604
info@arcd.org
423-427-0560